NLC India GET Recruitment 2026: 143 Posts via GATE 2025
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NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has released Advertisement No. 10/2026 for 143 Graduate Executive Trainee (GET) posts in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil and Mining engineering. Selection will be based on GATE 2025 scores and a personal interview — there is no written examination. Engineering graduates can apply online at nlcindia.in from 13 November 2026 to 14 December 2026. Trainees will draw a basic pay of Rs 50,000 during the one-year training period and will be absorbed in the E-3 grade at a basic pay of Rs 60,000 a month after training.
NLC India Limited is a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. It operates opencast lignite mines and pithead thermal power stations at Neyveli in Tamil Nadu and Barsingsar in Rajasthan. This is a central government recruitment, not a Haryana government job.
Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | NLC India Limited (NLCIL), Navratna PSU, Ministry of Coal |
| Advertisement No. | 10/2026 |
| Post | Graduate Executive Trainee (GET) |
| Total vacancies | 143 |
| Disciplines | Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Mining |
| Selection basis | GATE 2025 score (80 marks) + Personal Interview (20 marks) |
| Mode of application | Online only — www.nlcindia.in |
| Registration opens | 13 November 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Registration closes | 14 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration opens | 13 November 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Online registration closes | 14 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date for online fee payment | 14 December 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Final submission for candidates already registered and paid in time | 16 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Cut-off date for age and qualification | 1 November 2026 |
Total Vacancies and Discipline-wise Posts
The 143 posts are split as Mechanical 66, Electrical 44, Civil 23 and Mining 10. Category-wise, the total is UR 68, EWS 13, OBC (NCL) 34, SC 20 and ST 8.
| Discipline (GATE paper) | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical (ME) | 30 | 6 | 16 | 11 | 3 | 66 |
| Electrical (EE) | 24 | 4 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 44 |
| Civil (CE) | 8 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
| Mining (MN) | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| Total | 68 | 13 | 34 | 20 | 8 | 143 |
While applying, each candidate must choose one of four Areas, and shortlisting happens within that Area only:
| Area | Work and location | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Area 1 | Thermal Power Stations in Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh | 80 |
| Area 2 | Mines and Allied Services in Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Odisha | 37 |
| Area 3 | Renewable Energy, Projects and Planning, in various states | 18 |
| Area 4 | Services and Support functions, in various states | 8 |
Postings may be at Neyveli (Tamil Nadu), Barsingsar (Rajasthan), Talabira (Odisha), South Pachwara (Jharkhand), solar and wind sites, and the Tuticorin (NTPL) and Ghatampur (NUPPL) joint ventures.
Educational Qualification
- A B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant discipline (full time or part time) — the degree must be passed by 1 November 2026.
- A valid GATE 2025 score in the paper matching the discipline is compulsory. Only GATE 2025 scores are valid — GATE 2024 or GATE 2026 scores will not be accepted.
- Minimum marks: 60% for UR/EWS/OBC (NCL) and 50% for SC/ST. There is no rounding off — 59.9% will not count as 60%.
- Prescribed degrees: Mechanical — Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical and Production Engineering; Electrical — Electrical Engineering / Electrical and Electronics Engineering / Power Engineering; Civil — Civil Engineering / Civil and Structural Engineering; Mining — Mining Engineering.
- Degrees classified as equivalent, or a combination of branches other than those listed, will not be considered.
- Only Indian nationals can apply.
Age Limit (as on 1 November 2026)
| Category | Maximum age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 30 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 years (3 years’ relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 35 years (5 years’ relaxation) |
| PwBD (40% or more) | 10 years extra (13 for PwBD-OBC, 15 for PwBD-SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India rules |
The upper age limit after any relaxation can never go beyond 58 years.
Salary and Benefits
- During the one-year training period, trainees are paid in the E-2 grade: basic pay of Rs 50,000, scale Rs 50,000–Rs 1,60,000, plus Dearness Allowance and a Common Allowance of 35% of basic pay. The CTC during training is about Rs 14.50 lakh a year.
- After training, trainees are absorbed in the E-3 grade: scale Rs 60,000–Rs 1,80,000, basic pay Rs 60,000 a month.
- Other benefits include annual Performance Related Pay, medical treatment for self and dependents, Group Insurance, unfurnished company accommodation at standard rent (subject to availability), and a Superannuation benefit of 30% of basic pay plus DA.
- Service Agreement Bond: Rs 3,00,000 to serve for at least three years after training. A transfer cannot be requested during the first three years from joining.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR, EWS, OBC (NCL) | Rs 854 (Rs 500 application fee + Rs 354 processing fee, including GST) |
| SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen | Rs 354 (processing fee only; application fee exempted) |
Pay online through the State Bank of India E-Collect facility. The fee is non-refundable in any case.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Area-wise merit on GATE 2025 score, in the ratio 1:6 (or 1:10 as the case may be).
- Document Verification: Originals checked against the uploaded copies.
- Personal Interview: 20 marks; travel cost (II class sleeper train or bus) is refunded to those who attend.
- Final Merit: GATE 2025 score 80 marks + Personal Interview 20 marks = 100 marks.
- Medical: Pre-employment medical fitness by the company’s Medical Officer.
- If two candidates tie at the cut-off, the senior by date of birth is placed higher, then alphabetical order of first name. Each Area has its own merit list — a candidate cannot claim a seat in another Area.
- The interview date has not yet been officially announced.
Important Documents
- Photograph (JPEG, 50 KB, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, taken after 1 March 2026) and signature (JPEG, 50 KB).
- Degree and mark sheets in a single PDF, in chronological order (up to 2.5 MB).
- GATE 2025 score card, date of birth proof, Aadhaar copy, and 10th and 12th (or diploma) mark sheets.
- Category certificates (OBC (NCL) and EWS certificates must be obtained on or after 1 April 2026), PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and NOC papers where they apply.
- A missing document at any stage can lead to summary rejection of the candidature.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official website of NLC India Limited, www.nlcindia.in, and open Advt. No. 10/2026 in the Careers/Recruitment section.
- Register once using your GATE 2025 Registration Number, name, email and mobile number.
- Choose only one Area. It cannot be changed after submission.
- Fill in personal, education, age and category details.
- Upload the photograph, signature, certificates and mark sheets in the prescribed sizes.
- Pay the fee online through SBI E-Collect.
- Submit the form and print the registration-cum-application form for document verification.
For queries, write to [email protected] only — do not phone officials.
Important Links
- NLC India Limited — Official Website
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Note: The facts in this article are based on the official notification (Advt. No. 10/2026) as quoted identically by multiple sources. The official notification PDF was not fetched directly for this article — please read Advt. No. 10/2026 on nlcindia.in before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many posts are there in the NLC India GET Recruitment 2026?
There are 143 posts — Mechanical 66, Electrical 44, Civil 23 and Mining 10.
Q2. Can I apply without a GATE 2025 score?
No. A valid GATE 2025 score in the paper matching your discipline is compulsory. GATE 2024 or GATE 2026 scores are not accepted.
Q3. When can I apply?
Online registration opens on 13 November 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM. The fee can be paid until 11:45 PM on 14 December 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Rs 854 for UR/EWS/OBC (NCL) and Rs 354 for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen. Pay online through SBI E-Collect; the fee is non-refundable.
Q5. What is the salary of an NLC GET?
During the one-year training, the basic pay is Rs 50,000 (CTC about Rs 14.50 lakh a year). After training, the basic pay is Rs 60,000 a month in the E-3 grade.
Q6. How will candidates be selected?
Final merit is the GATE 2025 score (80 marks) plus a Personal Interview (20 marks). There is no written examination.
Q7. What is the age limit?
As on 1 November 2026, the maximum age is 30 years for UR/EWS, 33 years for OBC (NCL) and 35 years for SC/ST. PwBD and Ex-Servicemen get relaxation under Government of India rules.
Q8. Where should I read the official notification before applying?
Read Advt. No. 10/2026 in the Careers section of nlcindia.in before applying.
Next Action: Visit the NLC India Limited official website and read Advt. No. 10/2026 before registration opens on 13 November 2026.
